kahrá:wiats
The phrase kahrá:wiats is used in Mohawk to mean "my name is".
This phrase is used to identify yourself to others.
Meaning: a way to identify oneself (phrase)
Did you know?
- Traditional names in Mohawk may be changed throughout a person's life to reflect significant events or achievements.
- The Mohawk language is polysynthetic, meaning a single word like kahrá:wiats functions like an entire English sentence. One word often carries the weight of a complex grammatical structure.
- Mohawk-speaking communities often use different naming systems for different ceremonies. The name you use when saying kahrá:wiats in a social setting might differ from your ceremonial name.
Examples in context
- Kahrá:wiats Onakerowa.My name is Onakerowa.
Example conversation
Two people meeting for the first time at a gathering.
- OkwariSiyo! Kahrá:wiats Okwari.Hello! My name is Okwari.
- TsiiontekaliSiyo, Okwari. Kahrá:wiats Tsiiontekali.Hello, Okwari. My name is Tsiiontekali.
- OkwariKahrá:wiats tsiiontekali tsi.Your name is Tsiiontekali.
- TsiiontekaliE, kahrá:wiats Tsiiontekali.Yes, my name is Tsiiontekali.
